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Continuing, follow wide Backpack Rd. as it steadily descends to Camp Ohlone Rd. (4.0/800'), where you turn right to begin your tour alongside nearby Alameda Creek. It’s an easy cruise along this wide thoroughfare to Little Yosemite (4.5/450'). With a rushing river coursing through a small gorge over boulders blue and green, Little Yosemite is a pretty sight. From here, continue on level Camp Ohlone Rd. to rejoin the park road at the upper parking lot (5.5/420'). Watch for gray pine, California buckeye, and the reappearance of coast live oak and California bay along this final section. Walk the road to return to the visitor center (5.9/410').

Nearest Visitor Center The park visitor center is open Thursday–Sunday 10 a.m.–4 p.m. For general information, call 510-544-3249.

Backpacking Information Backcountry camping is permitted only in Sunol Backpack Area. Seven campsites ($5 per person per night and a one-time reservation fee of $8) are available and must be reserved at least 5 working days in advance by calling the East Bay Regional Park District reservation office at 888-327-2757, 8:30 a.m.–4 p.m. Monday–Friday. Fires and dogs are prohibited in the backpack area. Water is sometimes available depending on conditions.